Chemnitz Art Collections Unveils October Program Featuring Munch,Film,and Regional Culture
Chemnitz,Germany - The Chemnitz Art Collections have announced a diverse program of events for October 2025,encompassing artistic exploration,cinematic experiences,literary discussion,and a deep dive into regional heritage. The schedule offers a range of opportunities for engagement with art and culture, from workshops inspired by Edvard Munch to a new exhibition celebrating the Erzgebirge mining region.
The October calendar builds on the Art Collections’ commitment to providing accessible cultural experiences for both residents and visitors. Events are designed to spark conversation, foster creativity, and illuminate the connections between art, history, and community life.The program is especially notable for its pairing of internationally recognized works – like the film Parasite – with locally focused initiatives, such as the “A Mountain Parade” exhibition.
Here’s a breakdown of key events:
* October 21, 7 p.m.: A writing workshop, “natur,” will explore the emotional landscape evoked by the works of Edvard Munch at the Art Collections on Theaterplatz. (https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/event/19-10-2025-13591/)
* October 22, 6:30 p.m.: A literary quintet featuring Prof. Dr.bernadette Malinowski,Angela Malz,Dr.Ulrike Uhlig, Elisa Weißer, and Diana Kopka will convene for a conversation at the Art Collections on Theaterplatz. (https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/event/22-10-2025-13590/)
* October 26, 11 a.m.: The opening of “A Mountain Parade – Twelve People from the Erzgebirge Mining Region” will take place at the Schloßbergmuseum. The exhibition, running through February 22, 2026, explores the historical relationship between Chemnitz and the Erzgebirge region. (https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/event/26-10-2025-13871/; exhibition link: https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/ausstellungen/eine-bergparade/)
* October 29, 6:30 p.m.: A “Lachyoga” (laughter yoga) workshop will be held at the Art Collections on Theaterplatz, connecting to the exhibition “Edvard Munch. Fear.” (https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/event/29-10-2025-13592/)
* October 21, 7 p.m.: A screening of Bong Joon-ho’s Academy Award-winning film Parasite (2019) will be shown at the cinema in the world cup. (https://www.kunstsammlungen-chemnitz.de/event/21-10-2025-13607/) The film centers on a young student seeking possibility and escaping lower-class life.
